King County reaches deal with ‘majority’ of unions on vaccine mandate
Officials say they have reached an agreement with a "majority" of unions on a vaccine mandate for King County employees.4 years ago
Washington Republicans, Democrats spar over redrawing of state’s legislative map
The redrawing of Washington state's legislative districts already has Democrats and Republicans at odds, with less than two months to come to an accord.4 years ago
Inslee, Idaho Gov. Brad Little clash over ‘clogging’ of Washington hospitals
With COVID rates in Idaho skyrocketing and Washington hospitals feeling the impact, Gov. Inslee issued a plea to the neighboring state's governor.4 years ago
Local health board declares public health crisis over vaccine misinformation
The Jefferson County Board of Health voted last week to declare a public health crisis over pandemic-related misinformation.聽4 years ago
Group pushes lawsuits alleging ‘manipulation’ of Washington’s 2020 election results
Lawsuits filed in three counties allege that auditors manipulated ballots during the 2020 election in Washington, while pushing for a forensic audit.4 years ago
Researchers fear recent death of Puget Sound orca could have ‘severe consequences’
Researchers believe that two missing Southern Resident orcas are likely deceased, including one of the most "prolific" females in the entire region.4 years ago
Mayor Durkan extends Seattle eviction moratorium into January 2022
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan announced Tuesday that she will be extending the city's eviction moratorium through Jan. 15, 2022.聽4 years ago
Labor board: Fred Meyer, QFC ban on Black Lives Matter buttons violated law
A labor board says that Fred Meyer and QFC violated labor laws when they banned employees from wearing Black Lives Matter-themed buttons.聽4 years ago
Gov. Inslee asks federal government to step in, help state with hospital capacity crisis
Gov. Jay Inslee has sent a letter petitioning the federal government to provide aid for Washington hospitals dealing with surges in COVID patients.4 years ago
Looking back on mayoral term marked by years of conflict between Jenny Durkan, city council
However brief Jenny Durkan's tenure as mayor will be, it's one that's been punctuated by frequent flare-ups of conflict between her office and city council.4 years ago
Seattle bid to decriminalize psychedelics could have ‘profound’ effect on treating addiction
Seattle Councilmember Andrew Lewis hosted a panel of experts last week to provide insight into a bid to decriminalize psychedelics citywide.4 years ago
Douglas County judge allows lawsuit against capital gains tax to move forward
A Douglas County Superior Court Judge has denied a motion asking that he throw out a lawsuit filed against the state's recently passed capital gains tax.聽4 years ago
‘Not a time for baby steps’: Gov. Inslee ‘actively considering’ expanded vaccine requirements
Gov. Jay Inslee expanded the state's mask mandate this week, while hinting that additional vaccine requirements could potentially be on the horizon.聽4 years ago
Kshama Sawant recall campaign turns in signatures, sets sights on winter vote
The campaign seeking to recall Seattle Councilmember Kshama Sawant has officially turned its signatures in to King County Elections.4 years ago
Tim Eyman announces new ballot initiative seeking to invalidate state’s capital gains tax
Activist Tim Eyman announced a new ballot initiative on Thursday, which would seek to overturn Washington state's recently-passed capital gains tax.4 years ago
Over a year later, poll shows broad support for Seattle’s big business tax
Over a year after Seattle City Council passed its "JumpStart" big business tax, polling appears to show wide support for the measure among voters.4 years ago
Mayor Durkan leaves newly-passed bill limiting SPD’s use of less lethal weapons unsigned
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan left a recently passed bill limiting the police department's use of less lethal weapons during protests unsigned.4 years ago
King County to explore enacting new vaccine requirements for indoor businesses
King County has officially started the process to explore requiring proof of vaccination for select non-essential indoor businesses and venues.聽4 years ago
What went wrong for Compassion Seattle’s homeless initiative, and what’s next?
With a judge striking a proposed charter amendment from Compassion Seattle off the ballot, what's next for the group ahead of November's election?4 years ago
Red-lining, race, and wealth continue to form borders between Seattle voters
Candidates Seattle voters chose in the August primary paint a stark picture of a city divided by racial and economic lines dating back nearly a century.4 years ago
‘This pandemic rages on’: Delta variant has state’s hospitals filled to record levels
State health officials continue to express concerns over a recent rise in COVID-19 cases, as hospitals across Washington have filled to record levels.4 years ago
Mask mandate ‘a good, moderate step’ to keep state’s hospitality industry running
When it comes to Washington's hospitality industry, many are touting the new mask mandate as a necessary step to avoid closures or capacity limits.4 years ago
In city that rarely elects Republicans, Seattle conservatives aim for influence behind the scenes
Conservative groups, donors, and campaign operatives have looked to subtly wield their influence throughout Seattle's current election cycle.4 years ago
